About the role#
This internship or co-op program provides hands-on experience within the Natural Gas and NGL Services division of MPLX. You will work alongside experienced professionals on projects and routine operations that support our midstream infrastructure. This is a full-time, paid position for the Fall 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Develop project scopes, including estimating, scheduling, design, contractor engagement, and construction oversight.
- Support DOT-regulated pipeline integrity and maintenance programs.
- Perform field work at pipelines, compressor stations, pump stations, gas processing plants, and related facilities.
- Assist with midstream initiatives in areas such as automation and controls, electrical engineering, process optimization, reliability engineering, corrosion, and measurement services.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program for Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, Petroleum, Natural Gas, or Electrical Engineering.
- Strong academic performance.
- Availability to work on-site 40 hours per week.
- A valid driver's license for work-related travel and reliable transportation to and from the work site.
- Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
- Preference is given to candidates available for multiple work terms.
Location & details#
- Locations: Canonsburg, PA; Houston, TX; Oklahoma City, OK; Washington, PA; Kingfisher, OK; West Union, WV; Jewett, OH; Tulsa, OK; Cadiz, OH; Denver, CO; Midland, TX; Bulger, PA; San Antonio, TX.
- Modality: On-site.
About Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Marathon Petroleum Corporation operates as an integrated energy company focused on downstream and midstream activities. Founded in 1887, the business maintains its headquarters in Findlay, Ohio. It manages the largest refining system in the United States and oversees a network of retail outlets. The company also holds a majority interest in MPLX LP, which handles crude oil and light product transportation infrastructure.
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